What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Kildare?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Kildare is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Kildare?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Kildare via Dublin Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Kildare via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Belfast to Kildare?

The distance between Belfast and Kildare is 230 km. The road distance is 200.5 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Kildare without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Kildare?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Belfast to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Kildare bus from?

Belfast to Kildare bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Kildare train from?

Belfast to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Kildare?

The best way to get from Belfast to Kildare is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs €25 - €35 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Belfast to Kildare bus arrive?

Belfast to Kildare bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21 station.

Where does the Belfast to Kildare train arrive?

Belfast to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Kildare is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Belfast to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 133+ hotels available in Kildare.

Belfast to Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Kildare by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KildareIc / ...
3h 37m
€26–38
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
3h 47m
€25–31
Drive 200.5 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Kildare200.5 km
2h 31m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Kildare126 / ...
5h 37m

Belfast to Kildare by train and tram

211Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Kildare.

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Kildare, Ireland?

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Kildare via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glengall Street to Kildare via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21 and Dublin Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 47m.

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